stuff we drool about

El Mirador House

Developed by CC Arquitectos, the spectacular El Mirador House in Mexico is a recreational space that seeks to maximize the location and orientation of the site to provide the user with a significant view of the beautiful lake in the region. It was designed based on respecting the forest where it is located, anchored to its topography and reducing its constructive impact. The beautiful interior is finished with neutral-toned textiles and tarnished metal fittings that harmonise with the coloring of the property´s stone and timber walls. The 459-square-metre residence is half-buried in a slope, with the aim of being protected from environmental conditions, and is located on a 95-hectare estate where guests can enjoy long horseback rides. 



casa-el-mirador-2.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-3.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-4.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-5.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-6.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-7.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-7a.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-7b.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-8.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-9.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-10.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-11.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-12.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-13.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-14.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-15.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-16.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-17.jpg | Image

casa-el-mirador-18.jpg | Image

Land on Water - Image

Land on Water

Building on water has gained popularity as a result of growing awareness of sea level rise and an increased risk of urban floods, but current options, such as concrete foundations filled with polystyrene and plastic pontoons, are rigid, challenging to move, and incredibly unsustainable. A new system of straightforward, flat-packed modules made of recycled reinforced plastic has been envisioned by Danish maritime architecture studio MAST. These mo...
read more
THE SLENDER HOUSE - Image

THE SLENDER HOUSE

The Slender House by the MU Architecture studio, is the ultimate modern lake retreat. The stylish black lakefront home was integrated into a steep site in southern Quebec, blending into the natural setting, and overlooking a secluded bay and private boathouse. The house was designed as a contemporary interpretation of 1960s bungalows, it is covered in black wooden cladding along with areas clad in local granite, and features a bright interior with an abundance of li...
read more
HEIRLOOM | CUSTOM-MADE TINY HOUSES ON WHEELS - Image

HEIRLOOM | CUSTOM-MADE TINY HOUSES ON WHEELS

Heirloom is a recent Oregon based company that specializes in manufacturing custom luxury homes on wheels, allowing you to make home at any place you park it. Each house is custom built with high quality materials and fixtures, every detail is discussed, planned and implemented in accordance to the clients needs. The base model package starts at $65,000, and includes granite countertops, stained cabinets, real-wood flooring, heater, stainless steel appliances, washe...
read more